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General| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
|---|---|
| Wireless Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Wireless Speed | 300 Mbps |
| USB Port | No |
| DHCP Server | Yes |
| NAT | Yes |
| Power Supply | 12V DC, 1A |
| WAN Interface | 1 x RJ-11 |
| LAN Interface | 4 x RJ-45 |
| DSL Standards | ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL |
| Security Features | WPA, WPA2, WEP, Firewall |
Overview of the VMG1312-B Series wireless VDSL router, its features, and management methods.
Introduction to the VMG1312-B Series VDSL router, its capabilities, and supported modes.
Describes the methods for managing the device, including Web Configurator and TR-069.
Provides recommendations for secure and effective device management, including password and backup practices.
Illustrates example uses for the device, such as internet access and USB support.
Explains how the device provides shared internet access via DSL port and supports multiple WAN services.
Details the functionality of the USB port for file sharing and media server capabilities.
Describes the status and functions of the device's LEDs.
Explains how to use the RESET button to restore the device to factory default settings.
Describes the device's role as a wireless access point for clients.
Guides on using the WLAN/WPS button for wireless network activation and setup.
Introduction to the HTML-based web configurator for device setup and management.
Step-by-step guide on how to access the web configurator and log in.
Explains the main parts of the web configurator interface: title bar, main window, and navigation panel.
Details the icons and functions available in the title bar of the web configurator.
Describes the main window of the web configurator, displaying information and configuration fields.
Summarizes the menu items in the navigation panel for configuring device features.
Introduction to the Quick Start screens for device configuration.
Guides through the initial setup process using the Quick Start Wizard for time zone, internet, and wireless settings.
Introduction to the various features covered in the tutorials chapter.
Tutorial on setting up an ADSL PPPoE internet connection using the Web Configurator.
Guide to setting up a secure wireless network by configuring wireless settings.
Details the parameters for setting up a wireless network, including SSID and security mode.
Explains how to set up a wireless network using WPS, covering Push Button and PIN configuration methods.
Describes how to set up a wireless network manually without using WPS.
Guides on creating different wireless network groups (SSIDs) with distinct security settings.
Tutorial on configuring static routing rules to manage traffic flow between networks.
Explains how to configure QoS to prioritize and manage network traffic.
Guides on using Dynamic DNS to access the device remotely via a domain name.
Details on configuring MAC address filtering to control network access.
Shows how to access files on a USB device connected to the router using an FTP program.
Explains how to use the device as a media server for playing files on network clients.
Guides on sharing a USB printer on the LAN via the device's print server functionality.
Describes how to view network connection status and device information.
Introduction to the Network Map and Status screens.
Explains how to view the network connection status of the device and its clients.
Details how to view the device's status, system resources, and interface information.
Introduction to configuring the device for internet access via broadband connections.
Outlines the tasks that can be performed related to broadband setup, including WAN interfaces and 3G backup.
Explains essential terms and concepts for understanding broadband connections like encapsulation and WAN IP addressing.
Lists the information required before configuring broadband settings, such as ISP details.
Describes the Broadband screen for managing internet access settings.
Guides on adding or editing internet connections, covering routing and bridge modes.
Details the configuration steps for the routing mode of internet connections.
Explains how to configure bridge mode for internet connections, particularly for ADSL/VDSL over PTM and ATM.
Guides on configuring 3G backup settings for WAN connection failover.
Explains how to enable or disable PTM over ADSL, Annex M/J, and DSL PhyR functions.
Details the 802.1x authentication settings for network access control.
Guides on editing 802.1x authentication settings, including EAP identity and method.
Provides additional technical information related to broadband features.
Introduction to the Wireless screens for setting up the device's wireless connection.
Lists the wireless features that can be configured, such as General, More AP, and MAC Authentication.
Provides background information on wireless basics and network standards.
Guides on enabling Wireless LAN, setting SSID, and selecting wireless security mode.
Explains how to configure the wireless network with no security, allowing open access.
Details WEP encryption for wireless security, noting its insecurity and recommending stronger alternatives.
Guides on configuring WPA/WPA2-PSK security for improved data encryption and user authentication.
Explains WPA2 authentication using a RADIUS server for enhanced network security.
Allows configuration of multiple Basic Service Sets (BSSs) on the device.
Guides on editing SSID profiles for multiple wireless networks.
Details how to configure MAC filtering for exclusive access to specific devices.
Explains configuration of WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick and secure wireless network setup.
Guides on enabling Wi-Fi MultiMedia (WMM) for prioritized multimedia traffic.
Describes how to configure Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to connect multiple access points.
Guides on scanning for and connecting to available wireless access points using WDS.
Allows configuration of advanced wireless settings like RTS/CTS Threshold and Fragmentation Threshold.
Explains how to scan wireless LAN channels for noise and view results.
Provides in-depth technical information regarding wireless LANs.
Details the components of wireless networks: clients, access points, and bridges.
Introduction to Local Area Networks (LANs) and managing IP addresses.
Outlines tasks related to LAN setup, static DHCP, UPnP, additional subnets, STB Vendor ID, and LAN VLANs.
Explains fundamental concepts of LANs, including IP addresses, subnet masks, DHCP, DNS, UPnP, and RADVD.
Defines IP addresses, subnet masks, DHCP, DNS, and RADVD in the context of LANs.
Explains Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) devices, NAT traversal, and its benefits.
Provides prerequisites for configuring LAN settings, such as knowing MAC addresses.
Guides on setting the Local Area Network IP address and subnet mask.
Details on assigning static IP addresses to computers based on their MAC addresses.
Explains how to configure UPnP settings for automatic network device discovery and configuration.
Provides instructions for installing UPnP in Windows Me and Windows XP.
Guides on using the UPnP feature in Windows XP for network device discovery and access.
Explains how to configure IP alias and public static IP for network segmentation.
Details how to configure static DHCP entries for Set Top Box (STB) devices.
Guides on controlling VLAN ID and 802.1p priority tags for traffic sent through LAN ports.
Provides technical background information on LAN topics.
Explains the physical connections determining LAN and WAN ports.
Details the DHCP server capability for assigning IP addresses and DNS servers.
Explains how DNS server addresses are obtained and configured.
Discusses IP address and subnet mask configuration for LAN TCP/IP.
Introduction to routing outbound traffic and using static routes.
Outlines configuring static routes and policy routing.
Describes the screen for viewing and configuring static route rules.
Guides on adding or editing static route rules for network traffic forwarding.
Explains how to configure policy routing to override default routing behavior.
Details on adding or editing policy routes for traffic forwarding.
Introduction to Quality of Service (QoS) for managing network delay and bandwidth.
Outlines QoS configuration options including General, Queue Setup, Class Setup, Policer Setup, and Monitor.
Explains QoS concepts like QoS vs CoS, Tagging and Marking, and Traffic Shaping.
Guides on enabling/disabling QoS and setting upstream bandwidth.
Explains how to configure QoS queue assignment.
Guides on adding a new QoS queue with settings for priority, weight, and rate limit.
Details on adding, editing, or deleting QoS classifiers to group traffic.
Guides on configuring QoS class rules, including classification criteria and packet modification.
Explains how to configure QoS policers to limit incoming traffic transmission rates.
Guides on adding or editing QoS policer settings, including meter type and actions.
Describes how to view the device's QoS-related packet statistics.
Provides technical information on IEEE 802.1Q Tag, DiffServ, and DSCP.
Introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT) and its purpose.
Outlines NAT configuration options: Port Forwarding, Applications, Port Triggering, DMZ, ALG, and Address Mapping.
Defines key NAT terms like Inside/Outside, Global/Local, and NAT function.
Guides on forwarding incoming service requests to local network servers.
Details on adding or editing port forwarding rules for specific services.
Provides a summary of NAT applications and their configurations.
Guides on creating new NAT application rules.
Explains how to configure trigger port settings for dynamic service access.
Details on adding or editing port triggering rules.
Guides on configuring a default server for ports not specified in NAT Port Forwarding.
Explains how to enable/disable NAT and SIP (VoIP) ALG for application support.
Guides on configuring device address mapping settings.
Details on adding or editing address mapping rules with different types like One-to-One and Many-to-One.
Provides additional information regarding NAT definitions and functionality.
Defines terms related to NAT, such as Inside/Outside and Global/Local addresses.
Explains the core functionality of NAT in translating IP addresses for network communication.
Illustrates the process of NAT mapping private IP addresses to global ones.
Shows a practical NAT application example with IP alias and port forwarding.
Introduction to DNS and Dynamic DNS services for domain name mapping.
Outlines configuring DNS routes and enabling Dynamic DNS settings.
Explains DYNDNS Wildcard feature and limitations of Dynamic DNS.
Describes the screen for viewing and configuring DNS routes.
Guides on manually adding or editing DNS name and IP address entries.
Explains how to change device DDNS settings and configure providers.
Introduction to interface groups for creating multiple independent networks on the device.
Explains how to create multiple networks using interface group screens.
Guides on manually adding LAN interfaces to groups or automatically adding based on DHCP Vendor ID.
Details on configuring interface groups, including WAN and LAN interfaces, and criteria.
Explains how to define criteria for grouping interfaces, such as Source MAC Address and DHCP options.
Introduction to USB service for sharing files via USB devices.
Outlines enabling File Sharing, Media Server, and Printer Server services.
Explains terms related to USB service: Workgroup name, Shares, File Systems, and CIFS protocol.
Defines terms related to file sharing: Workgroup name, Shares, File Systems, and CIFS protocol.
Defines Print Server, Operating System, TCP/IP, Port, and Supported OSs.
Guides on sharing files on a USB memory stick or hard drive.
Lists prerequisites for file sharing, such as connecting the USB device and ensuring network connectivity.
Explains how to enable the media server for playing media files on network clients.
Guides on sharing a USB printer on the LAN via the device's print server functionality.
Lists prerequisites for print server configuration, including device and printer connections.
Introduction to the device's security settings and firewall functionality.
Outlines firewall configuration options: General, Service, Access Control, and DoS protection.
Explains common firewall attacks like SYN Attack, DoS, DDoS, LAND Attack, Ping of Death, and SPI.
Guides on setting the security level of the firewall.
Describes how to configure customized services and port numbers for firewall rules.
Guides on adding or editing customized service rules for firewall ACL configuration.
Displays and allows configuration of incoming and outgoing filtering rules.
Guides on adding or editing Access Control List (ACL) rules for network traffic filtering.
Explains how to activate protection against Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
Introduction to MAC filtering for controlling client access based on MAC addresses.
Guides on allowing or denying wireless and LAN clients access based on MAC addresses.
Introduction to parental control for blocking websites and defining access schedules.
Guides on enabling parental control, viewing rules, and schedules.
Details on configuring restricted access schedules and URL filtering.
Introduction to defining scheduled rules for features like Firewall Access Control and Parental Control.
Guides on viewing, adding, or editing time schedule rules.
Details on configuring restricted access schedules and URL filtering for specific users.
Introduction to using certificates for user authentication.
Outlines generating certification requests and importing trusted CA certificates.
Explains concepts related to certificates and Certification Authorities (CAs).
Describes the screen for managing local certificates and certification requests.
Guides on generating a certification request for the device.
Details on importing a signed certificate into the device.
Describes the screen for managing trusted Certification Authorities (CAs).
Guides on viewing detailed information about a trusted CA certificate.
Details on importing trusted CA certificates for authentication.
Introduction to device logs and alerts for monitoring events.
Outlines viewing System Log and Security Log.
Explains concepts related to logs and alerts, including Syslog Severity Levels.
Guides on viewing system logs by filtering severity level and category.
Details on viewing security-related logs by filtering severity level and category.
Introduction to viewing network traffic status and statistics.
Outlines viewing WAN and LAN traffic statistics.
Describes the WAN Status screen showing received and sent bytes.
Explains viewing LAN traffic statistics for interfaces.
Introduction to ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) for mapping IP to MAC addresses.
Explains the process of ARP in resolving IP addresses to MAC addresses on the local network.
Guides on viewing IP-to-MAC address mappings in the ARP table.
Introduction to routing outbound traffic based on destination address.
Describes the screen for viewing and configuring static route rules.
Introduction to IGMP status and traffic statistics.
Guides on viewing multicast groups joined by the device and its ports.
Details how to view detailed DSL statistics for line performance.
Introduction to changing the user account password.
Guides on changing the device's login password.
Introduction to managing the device remotely via LAN, WAN, or Trust Domain.
Guides on configuring which interfaces and services can be used for remote management.
Explanation of TR-069 auto-configuration settings for device management.
Guides on configuring the device to be managed by an Auto Configuration Server (ACS).
Explanation of TR-064 LAN-Side CPE Configuration protocol.
Guides on configuring TR-064 for LAN-based CPE management.
Introduction to configuring system settings like time, password, and domain name.
Guides on configuring the device's time zone and daylight saving time settings.
Introduction to email notification for sending reports, logs, or alerts.
Guides on viewing, removing, and adding mail server information.
Details on configuring the required information for sending email via a mail server.
Introduction to configuring where the device sends logs and alerts.
Guides on changing the device's log settings.
Provides an example of a log sent via email.
Explains how to upload new firmware to upgrade device performance.
Guides on uploading firmware files via HTTP.
Introduction to backing up, restoring, and resetting device configurations.
Describes the screen for managing factory defaults, backup, and restore configurations.
Guides on rebooting the device remotely without turning off the power.
Introduction to diagnostic screens for identifying device problems.
Outlines using Ping & TraceRoute & NsLookup, 802.1ag, and OAM Ping Test.
Explains concepts related to CFM (Connectivity Fault Management).
Guides on pinging, tracerouting, or nslookup an IP address to test connectivity.
Details on performing CFM actions using the 802.1ag screen.
Explains how to perform OAM F4 or F5 loopback tests on a PVC.
Introduction to troubleshooting common device issues.
Troubleshooting steps for power issues, hardware connections, and LED behavior.
Troubleshooting steps for forgotten IP addresses, passwords, and login screen access issues.
Troubleshooting steps for inability to access the internet via various connection types.
Discusses factors causing intermittent wireless connections and optimization tips.
Troubleshooting steps for issues where the device fails to detect a USB device.
Troubleshooting steps for computer not detecting UPnP after device reboot.
Guides on setting up IP addresses in Windows 95/98/Me.
Provides steps for configuring IP addresses in Windows 2000/NT/XP.
Details on setting up IP addresses in Windows Vista.
Guides on configuring TCP/IP settings in Macintosh OS 8/9.
Details on setting up IP addresses in Macintosh OS X.
Explains how to configure computer TCP/IP settings in Red Hat Linux 9.0.
Step-by-step guide to configure computer IP address using the KDE environment.
Introduces IP addresses, network numbers, and host IDs.
Explains how subnet masks determine network and host ID portions of an IP address.
Discusses how network size determination impacts the number of possible hosts.
Guides on obtaining and configuring IP addresses, including private IP addresses.
Lists the reserved IP address blocks for private networks.
Explains how to disable or allow pop-up blockers in Internet Explorer.
Step-by-step guide to turn off pop-up blockers in Internet Explorer.
Guides on allowing pop-up windows from specific devices by creating exceptions.
Instructions to check if JavaScripts are allowed for proper web configurator display.
Details on ensuring Java permissions are set correctly for web configurator functionality.
Guides on enabling Java 2 for applets in Internet Explorer.
Instructions for enabling Java, JavaScripts, and pop-ups in Mozilla Firefox.
Discusses ad-hoc and infrastructure wireless LAN topologies.
Explains the simplest WLAN configuration using independent wireless adapters.
Defines Basic Service Set (BSS) and intra-BSS traffic.
Explains Extended Service Set (ESS) and Infrastructure WLAN topology.
Discusses radio frequencies and channels used by wireless devices for data transmission.
Explains RTS/CTS handshake to prevent collisions due to hidden nodes.
Defines fragmentation threshold for packet fragmentation in wireless networks.
Details compatibility and data rates for IEEE 802.11g wireless LAN.
Highlights the importance of wireless security and available methods.
Explains the IEEE 802.1x standard for extended authentication and accounting.
Defines RADIUS as a client-server model for authentication, authorization, and accounting.
Discusses popular EAP authentication types like EAP-MD5 and EAP-TLS.
Compares WPA and WPA2 standards, focusing on encryption and authentication improvements.
Explains user authentication using external RADIUS databases with WPA and WPA2.
Discusses WPA supplicant software for wireless client WPA usage.
Provides an example of setting up WPA(2) with a RADIUS server.
Illustrates a WPA(2)-PSK application example using pre-shared keys.
Summarizes security parameters for authentication methods and key management protocols.
Explains how antennas couple RF signals for wireless transmission.
Details antenna characteristics like frequency, radiation pattern, and gain.
Specifies the frequency bands (2.4GHz, 5GHz) needed for wireless LAN communication.
Describes radiation patterns as diagrams visualizing antenna coverage area.
Explains antenna gain measured in dB and its effect on signal range.
Discusses omni-directional and directional antennas used in wireless LANs.
Provides guidance on mounting and positioning antennas for optimal performance.
Introduction to IPv6, its enhanced IP address size, and features.
Explains the 128-bit IPv6 address format and abbreviation rules.
Defines IPv6 prefix length for representing network addresses.
Describes link-local addresses for uniquely identifying devices on a local network.
Defines global addresses as unique identifiers for devices on the Internet.
Explains unspecified addresses used when a device lacks its own address.
Describes loopback addresses for sending packets to oneself.
Explains multicast addresses for sending packets to groups of hosts.
Details IPv6 subnet masks composed of 128-bit binary digits.
Defines Interface ID as a 64-bit identifier for physical or virtual interfaces.
Explains the EUI-64 format for deriving Interface IDs from MAC addresses.
Describes Identity Association (IA) for managing IP addresses assigned to DHCP clients.
Explains DHCP relay agents for forwarding messages between DHCP clients and servers.
Details prefix delegation for IPv6 routers to use assigned IPv6 prefixes for LANs.
Explains ICMPv6 for error reporting and diagnostic functions in IPv6.
Describes NDP for discovering IPv6 devices and tracking neighbor reachability.
Explains IPv6 caches like neighbor cache and destination cache.
Describes MLD protocol for discovering MLD listeners and multicast groups.
Explains MLD messages like Report, Done, and Query.
Guides on enabling IPv6 using commands in Windows XP/2003/Vista.
Details on installing a DHCPv6 client for IP address assignment in Windows XP.
Guides on enabling IPv6 and DHCPv6 in Windows 7.
Lists commonly used services with their associated protocols and port numbers.
Provides copyright information for the publication.
States MitraStar's liability limitations regarding product usage.
Lists certifications including FCC Interference Statement.
Details FCC compliance requirements and potential interference issues.
Provides FCC statements on transmitter co-location and RF exposure compliance.
Informs about potential voiding of authority due to unauthorized modifications.
Outlines the product warranty terms and conditions.
Provides information on product registration for firmware updates.
Lists important safety precautions for using the device.
